Chhaava
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Directed by | Laxman Utekar |
Written by | Rishi Virmani |
Screenplay by | Laxman Utekar |
Produced by | Dinesh Vijan |
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Cinematography | Laxman Utekar |
Music by | A. R. Rahman |
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Country | India |
Language | Hindi |
Chhaava (lit. transl. Tiger's cub) is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language historical drama film based on the life of Maratha emperor Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. It stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead role, alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana and Divya Dutta. It is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films.
Pre-production began in April 2023. Principal photography commenced in October 2023 and ended in May 2024. The film score and soundtrack album is composed by A. R. Rahman. It is scheduled for a theatrical release on 6 December 2024.
Cast
[edit]- Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
- Rashmika Mandanna as Yesubai Bhonsale[2]
- Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb
- Ashutosh Rana as Sarsenapati Hambirao Mohite
- Divya Dutta as Soyarabai[3]
- Neil Bhoopalam[4]
- Santosh Juvekar[5]
Production
[edit]Pre-production for the film begun in April 2023, while principal photography commenced in October 2023.[6] Rashmika Mandanna wrapped up her portion in January 2024.[7] Vicky Kaushal resumed filming in Wai on 9 March and continued till 6 April.[8] Earlier, the team had approached Anil Kapoor for the role of Aurangzeb. However, in October 2023, Akshaye Khanna joined the cast as Aurangzeb.[9] Principal photography wrapped in May 2024.[10][11]
Release
[edit]The film is scheduled to be theatrically released on 6 December 2024.[4]
Marketing
[edit]The teaser of the film was showcased before the preview shows of Stree 2 and was later released on social media on 19 August 2024 coinciding Raksha Bandhan.[12][13]
References
[edit]- ^ "A.R. Rahman Joins Laxman Utekar's 'Chhava' - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 23 May 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "Rashmika Mandanna praises Chhaava co-star Vicky Kaushal, says he was 'warm and kind, except for the last day'; the Sam Bahadur actor reacts". The Indian Express. 28 January 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ "Ashutosh Rana and Divya Dutta roped in for Laxman Utekar's 'Chhawa' - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 11 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ a b "Vicky Kaushal Opens Up On Working With Rashmika Mandanna in Chaava: 'The Only Person Who Can…'". News18. 22 July 2024. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
- ^ "Actor Santosh Juvekar To Make His Comeback In Marathi TV With This Serial". News18. 7 June 2024. Retrieved 19 August 2024.
- ^ "Chhaava: Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna join star-studded historical epic on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj". Asianet News. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "Rashmika Mandanna wraps up 'Chhava' shoot, praises Vicky Kaushal: Such a gem". India Today. 28 January 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ "Vicky Kaushal to resume 'Chhava' shoot from March 9 in Wai - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 28 February 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ "Anil Kapoor approached to play Aurangzeb in Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhawa' - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 9 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "It's a wrap! Vicky Kaushal completes shooting of period drama 'Chhava', celebrates end of a 'dramatic journey'". The Economic Times. 12 May 2024. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ "Chhava: Vicky Kaushal wraps up 'Wai' schedule, shares pic: see inside". The Times of India. 6 April 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Aaglave, Ganesh (15 August 2024). "EXCLUSIVE! Chhava Vs Pushpa 2: How Vicky Kaushal starrer will get affected by Allu Arjun's pan-India biggie at the box office? Trade expert opines". Firstpost. Retrieved 16 August 2024.
- ^ "Chhaava Teaser: Vicky Kaushal Goes on a Bloodbath as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Release Date Out". News18. 19 August 2024. Retrieved 19 August 2024.
External links
[edit]- Upcoming films
- 2024 films
- Upcoming Hindi-language films
- 2020s historical action films
- Indian historical drama films
- Indian historical action films
- Films directed by Laxman Utekar
- Films shot in Mumbai
- Films shot in Wai, Maharashtra
- Films set in the 17th century
- Films set in the Maratha Confederacy
- Films about kings
- Cultural depictions of Sambhaji